Mediterranean Chopped Salad
1 small tomato, diced
1/2 cup diced cucumber
1 green onion, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded, minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground pepper
1) In medium bowl, combine tomato, cucumber, green onion, jalapeno, cilantro (or parsley), lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper; toss gently to mix. Serve within 1 hour.
Makes 1 1/3 cups
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Ready to serve: 10 minutes
Per serving: 32 calories, 2.5 g total fat (0.5 g saturated fat) 1 g protein, 3 g carbs, 0 mg cholesterol, 150 mg sodium, 1 g fiber.
NOTE: This salad can be used for any pita sandwich or use it to top grilled fish.
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